Jade Tree Plant Care
Jade tree plants are succulent plants native to South Africa. There are approximately 300 species and they are also known as the money or dollar plant. Some specimens grow to 4 feet high and 3 to 4 feet wide. Does this Spark an idea?
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Description
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Jade plants have thick stems that grow branches with thick oval fleshy leaves. The leaves are green with a red tinge on the edges.
Light
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Light levels are very important. The jade tree plant grows best in more than four hours of daily direct sunlight and it will also grow in indirect light as long as it has exposure for 12 hours or more.
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Proper Temperature
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Jade tree plants prefer an average temperature of 70 degrees F and no less than 45 degrees They will tolerate temperatures in the mid-40s, but must be brought inside during a frost.
Water
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Water the jade plant when the soil becomes dry. If the leaves start to wither, the plant needs water. It is best to water the plant so the water does not hit the leaves. Water from the side at the base of the plant and do not let it sit in water for a long period of time. The jade plant does not need as much water as other houseplants because it is a succulent.
Fertilizer
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Fertilize with houseplant liquid fertilizer from April to October at three-month intervals.
Dormancy Period
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The plant will go into dormancy to recharge from November to March. Reduce water, stop pruning and do not fertilize during this time.
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- Photo Credit succulent plant image by Alison Bowden from Fotolia.com
